How many syllables in “blinder”?
syllables in "blinder"
Word details
Syllables
2
blin · der
Letters
7
b · l · i · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “blinder”
The word “blinder” contains 2 syllables, divided as blin · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blinder" have?
"blinder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "blinder" into syllables?
"blinder" is divided into syllables as: blin · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "blinder"?
The Scrabble score for "blinder" is 10 points.
Using “blinder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "blinder" (blin · der) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “blinder” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “blinder”
The letters in “blinder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brindle.